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Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Nov. 14, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Commanders at .500 thanks to play-calling, forced turnovers

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 15, 2022 04:44 PM EST

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne (94) celebrates after his sack against Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Landover, Md. (Shaban Athuman/Richmond Times-Dispatch via AP)
Commanders inconsistent but in playoff race at midway point

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 07, 2022 01:57 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) celebrates with teammate K.J. Osborn (17) after scoring on a 17-yard touchdown run during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Kirk Cousins returns to visit Washington with 6-1 Vikings

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 03, 2022 05:29 PM EDT

Wide receiver Drake London makes a catch during Southern California NFL football Pro Day Friday, April 15, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Wide receiver high on Commanders' list going into NFL draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 12:31 PM EDT

FILE -Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) is tackled by Buffalo Bills defensive end Efe Obada (93) during the first half of an NFL football game in Orchard park, N.Y., Sunday Dec. 19, 2021. The Washington Commanders have signed defensive end Efe Obada and brought back depth cornerback Danny Johnson. The team announced the contracts more than a week after adding guard Andrew Norwell and re-signing a handful of players. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes, File)
Obada becomes latest ex-Panthers player added by Commanders

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 23, 2022 06:40 PM EDT

FILE - Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) throws a pass during warm-ups before of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Washington Commanders have agreed to acquire quarterback Carson Wentz from the Indianapolis Colts, according to a person with direct knowledge of the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday, March 9, 2022, because the deal cannot be finalized until the start of the new league year next week. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough, File)
After trading for Wentz, Commanders limited in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 03:17 PM EST

Benches for the Philadelphia Eagles are seen on the sidelines before the start of the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Football Team 1/2/2022

Jan. 02, 2022 11:37 AM EST

Carolina Panthers kicker Zane Gonzalez (5) is helped off the field after an apparent injury during practice before an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Carolina Panthers at Buffalo Bills 12/19/2021

Dec. 19, 2021 12:07 PM EST

Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (24) scores on a two-point conversion against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Washington rides winning recipe into NFC playoff contention

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 30, 2021 05:32 PM EST

Fans outside Lambeau Field before an NFL football game between the Green Bay Packers and the Washington Football Team Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Washington Football Team at Green Bay Packers 10/24/2021

Oct. 24, 2021 11:15 AM EDT

Washington has cap space to spend, needs a QB and much more

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 06:06 PM EST
WASHINGTON (7-10) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: QB Alex Smith, CB Ronald Darby, EDGE Ryan Kerrigan, TE Jeremy Sprinkle, LB Kevin Pierre-Louis,...

Washington Football Team wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joe Haden (23) after making a catch during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Washington Football Team at Pittsburgh Steelers 12/7/2020

Dec. 07, 2020 05:14 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (32) rushes during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Washington Football Team at Detroit Lions 11/15/2020

Nov. 15, 2020 01:36 PM EST

Tyron Smith, Kareem Hunt active for Browns-Cowboys

Oct. 04, 2020 12:28 PM EDT
Dallas left tackle Tyron Smith is active against Cleveland after missing two games with a neck issue, and Browns running back Kareem Hunt is active after being...

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) makes the catch aganst Seattle Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Lions WR Golladay makes 2020 debut; Bucs' Godwin also active

By The Associated Press Sep. 27, 2020 12:44 PM EDT

Washington Redskins quarterback Dwayne Haskins sits on cart while being taking off the field during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Redskins' Haskins out for Cowboys game with ankle injury

By Stephen Whyno Dec. 23, 2019 05:00 PM EST

Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Shaq Thompson tackles Washington Redskins running back Derrius Guice (29) during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
Redskins put RB Derrius Guice on season-ending IR

Dec. 10, 2019 05:45 PM EST

Thomas out 4 games for violating substance abuse policy

Dec. 10, 2019 04:20 PM EST
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — Washington Redskins cornerback Simeon Thomas has been suspended four games for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy. ...